Senior Manager, Due Diligence - FTC

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, Due Diligence to join Norgine.

The person holding this position will report to Senior Director, Due Diligence and be a member of the Corporate & Business Development team.

The core responsibility of the of Senior Manager, Due Diligence is developing the review strategy and leading the conduct of due diligence activities on new licensing and acquisition opportunities for Norgine. This position will work closely internally with Business Development Directors and functional matrix teams, and externally with key contacts from potential partners.

In coordination with senior internal Norgine stakeholders, you will establish due diligence matrix teams for each business development opportunity that is advanced through the diligence Stage Gate, managing the review process and all of the associated operational requirements.

This will be a FTC position for 12-18 months.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Coordinate all activities relating to the due diligence evaluation and process for each business development opportunity. Develop an appropriate assessment strategy and ensure alignment across all involved functions. Challenge functional assessments and ensure appropriate interpretation of information is concluded. Identify risks, issues and challenges and compile suitable profiles and mitigation strategies.
• Assist with the design and implementation of a PMO-mindset to Due Diligence incorporating standardized methodology, tools, risks assessments, reporting, tracking and training into the Norgine business.
• Accountable for the appropriate, consistent and complete diligence of potential licensing opportunities incorporating critical assessments of scientific, medical, technical (including manufacturing and supply), commercial, regulatory, intellectual property, legal and corporate compliance into the evaluation.
• Lead the due diligence team through the necessary assessments, ensuring the cross-functional matrix operates effectively and efficiently, presenting a professional, partnering and collaborative mentality to potential partners.
• Act as the primary Norgine contact with potential partners for due diligence activities, liaising to ensure appropriate information sets are made available for relevant diligence, and detailed questions are responded to in a timely manner.
• Maintain internal due diligence databases as accurate with appropriate access controls in place.
• Ensure suitable due diligence reports are produced to succinctly and accurately capture assessment findings, risks and mitigations, and make opportunity recommendations. Be responsible for quality control and consistency of reports across opportunities.
• As part of diligence exercises, ensure internal integration and implementation plans are considered (activities, timelines, resources, budget and milestones) through internal liaison with business customers, and communicated appropriately. In partnership with Alliance Management, manage the efficient and effective handover of signed deals to the Norgine Operational Team.
• Partner with Business Development Director for out-licensing / divestment opportunities, ensuring Virtual Data Rooms are populated and maintained, interactions with external partners managed appropriately, and coordination of activities managed with the internal cross-functional matrix team.
• Partner with C&BD Operations to develop repeatable processes and templates that are flexible enough to be tailored to specifics of individual opportunities. Engage the wider organization to ensure Lessons Learned are captured and implemented for future opportunities.

• Life Sciences Degree or equivalent
• Solid experience in the Pharmaceutical industry with experience and understanding of the drug development process through to commercialization (experience working within multiple functional areas and management of matrix teams beneficial).
• Experience in managing due diligence and integration of assets into pharmaceutical organizations an advantage
• Strong Pharmaceutical project management skills and capabilities and the ability to lead cross-functional teams, setting clear goals and meeting timelines. Ability to manage conflict
• Strong strategic / critical thinking capabilities and strong implementer of agreed strategies.

This job description is a summary of the typical functions of the job; not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks and duties. Norgine reserves the right to change responsibilities to meet business and organisational needs as necessary.

Benefits

Our benefits may vary per location. Please liaise with the Norgine TA representative to obtain more information.

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